Travelingjenny

Navigating the hilly terrain of motherhood

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Dear Stella (or Sally — I never could really tell you apart),

We lost you too soon

To an unseen danger in the woods.

I was supposed to keep you safe, but I failed.

And I am sorry.

You were a very good and honorable chicken;

Loyal, patient, and productive.

For this we are grateful.

Your sisters — both chicken and human — miss you,

And so do I.

Rest peacefully, chicken friend.

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4 responses to “Ode to a chicken”

  1. daryl Avatar
    daryl

    RIP Sally/Stella…I hope your small animal lover is doing ok.

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  2. Travelingjenny Avatar
    Travelingjenny

    Thanks, Daryl. Grace handled it like a champ, but did insist on biking to the neighbor’s house in her pajamas to tell her the chicken in missing. Just in case she happens to show up there. Very sweet.

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  3. Mick Avatar
    Mick

    Sorry to hear about your loss,some times the circle of life sucks.

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  4. Travelingjenny Avatar
    Travelingjenny

    Yes, the circle of life is tough sometimes, but I suppose it’s a good lesson.

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